Commissioning a Made-to-Measure Piece from a Craftsperson

Made-to-measure is making a strong comeback: people want objects that last, made by someone they know. Here is how to run a project well with a craftsperson, whether a cabinetmaker, a metalworker or a ceramicist.

Start with the use

Before talking about materials, describe what the piece needs to do: the dimensions of the room, the constraints, the everyday use. A craftsperson comes up with better solutions when they understand the need rather than being handed a fixed shape.

The quote: what it should contain

• The materials and finishes planned.
• The stages, the lead times and any approval meetings.
• The terms of delivery or installation.

Visit the workshop, see the work

The work published on the craftsperson's page and their Energy reviews give a good idea of their standards. When possible, a workshop visit tells you even more.

And for an artist's creation?

With Epoustouflante, a creation by an artist in the network can become an exceptional physical piece, made by craftspeople and suppliers, with a quote and quality control.

Discover the craftspeople of the network and their trades, from cabinetmaking to metalwork.